We're
glad you asked!
Remember
there is no need to transplant the soil – our pouch is the pot!
Gift-a-Green’s
are designed to be grown indoors next to a window that provides lots of natural
daylight.
Plant your microgreen seeds at any time of year. They do require
as much natural light as possible and as long as they are in an area where they
get natural daylight they will grow in any season (even on cloudy and rainy
days).
then our instructions are slightly different.
** If using WonderSoil®, (Wondersoil pouches are marked at the bottom right on the back of the package) then add a 1/2 cup of water (no more) and stir the water and the soil thoroughly so that all of the water is absorbed and the soil is aerated. Then sprinkle the seeds on top of the soil and lightly stir the soil surface to mix the seeds in. The seeds shouldn't fall more than 2 cm below the surface. The best method for re-watering is to use a spray bottle to heavily mist (but not soak) the soil. It’s important not to over-water as the seeds may not grow if they are over saturated. If you prefer not to spray the soil then add about ¼ cup of water every 3-4 days (depending on the amount of sunlight and temperature of the room). Make sure the soil does not dry out completely.
** If using regular soil (regular soil pouches would not have the WonderSoil stamp on the bottom right on the back of the package) then it’s best to spread the seeds along the surface of the soil and then lightly
stir the soil surface to mix the seeds in. The seeds shouldn't fall more than 2 cm below the surface. The best method for watering is to use a spray bottle to heavily mist (but not
soak) the soil. It’s important not to over-water as the seeds may not grow if
they are over saturated. If you prefer not to spray the soil then add about ¼
cup of water every 2-3 days (depending on the amount of sunlight and
temperature of the room). Make sure the soil does not dry out completely.
We have selected seeds that have a growing period from 7 to 14 days. After the
10-day mark all of our microgreens would be ready to be consumed. This is the
point at which your microgreens will be richest in nutrients.
The best method for consumption is to use scissors to trim at the stems above
the soil level and then thoroughly rinse. Please compost the excess soil and
roots.
Microgreens are best used as a garnish on soups,salads, sandwiches or any other
of your favourite dishes. They are packed full of nutrients and vitamins and
contain a taste explosion of deliciousness!
Enjoy!!
